Tuesday, April 22, 2014

Harmony Cross returns to Dawson to recover from a life changing accident
and perhaps find the person she once was. What she didn't count on was
Dylan Cooper. He's still handsome and charming but very different from
the Dylan she remembered. He's now a single dad with two very cute kids
but he's also very helpful and kind to Harmony. As they help each other
out feelings begin to grow between them. It's the last thing each of
them expected. Will Dylan and Harmony set aside their doubts and find a
future together?

I absolutely love visiting Cooper Creek. I'm sad
that this is the last book in the series but it was a wonderful
conclusion. You not only get Harmony and Dylan's story but you also get
to catch-up with lots of other folks you've come to know and love. The
Cooper's are such an endearing family who love and support each other.
They also have some great interaction and funny moments together. Dawson
is the kind of place you want to live; with the Mad Cow Cafe` and of
course, Granny Myrna Cooper. If there's a gift of matchmaking, she's got
it. What a great lady. The folks around here are so welcoming, you'll
feel right at home while you're reading. The author did a wonderful job
dealing with the very real problem of addiction and how it affects you
and those around you. The verse that kept coming to mind for me was "I
can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me." You could read
this as a stand alone but I encourage you to read all of the Cooper
Creek Series. I know you'll come to love both the people and place as
much as I did.

*This complimentary copy was provided by Harlequin through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review*

Tuesday, April 15, 2014

Danny Flynn has returned home from three tours of duty. He suffers with
severe PTSD. He's not sure he can be a part of society ever again. He's
afraid he might hurt someone when flashbacks occur. Alex Dugan served
along side Danny and wants to help him. He encourages him to join a
veterans' group from Whitcomb University, where Danny plans to be a
student in the fall. Will he become part of the group or continue in his
solitary existence.

I have read the other two books in the
series (Battlefield of the Heart and Trust of the Heart) and loved both
stories, so when I saw Wounds of the Heart, I knew I wanted to read it.
After reading it however, I really feel like this should have been a
prologue to Battlefield of the heart or a free introduction to the
series. I'm sorry to say there's not really much content except an
introduction to the folks you find in Battlefield of the Heart. In my
opinion you don't need to read this to enjoy the rest of the series. I
didn't think it added anything extra. I do however love the cover.

Sunday, April 13, 2014

Connor Christianson is a successful lawyer who can pretty much have
whatever money can buy. To bad he can't buy love. His terrible childhood
has made him cold and indifferent to just about everyone except his
dying brother, Allen. Connor plans to keep the promise he made to Allen,
it just might tougher than he thought. Kaley Mills doesn't have money
but she has great faith in a great God. She works in a diner and is
almost finished with her teaching degree. She's doing her best to raise
her daughter, Macie and giving her all the love she never got growing
up. One day, Connor comes into the diner. Kaley is immediately taken
with him but sees he has a troubled spirit. Her kind and bubbly
personality isn't what Connor expected, nor was her great faith in God.
Connor comes to her rescue a couple of times and has opportunities to
observe her with Macie and realizes what a good and loving mother she
is. As they spend more time together, the connection between Connor and
Kaley is growing stronger. The road ahead, however, is winding and
bumpy. Is Kaley's faith strong enough to see her though. Will Connor be
able to let go of past hurts and reach out to God for healing? Can
promises made, be kept?

WOW! What an amazing story of God's love
and grace. The Promise draws you in right from the start and doesn't let
you go until the last page is turned. You'll find tragedy and triumph
and lots of twists and turns, which is a definite plus for me. I love
stories where there is lots of interaction and dialog between the main
characters and that's exactly what I found here. Connor and Kaley shared
a such a strong chemistry that it really set the stage for lots of
great romantic tension, which I love! Kaley was such a loveable lady.
Her strong faith was a great example to Connor as well as to the reader.
Connor was one leading man you won't soon forget. His strong yet tender
ways will make you swoon! Macie will completely win you over with her
cute personality. The secondary characters are as full of life as Connor
and Kaley, which really enhances the reading experience. This was the
kind of story, that when you get to the last page (although you hate to
see it end) you feel totally satisfied. Kathleen Sherwood is a favorite
author and I must say, this is a favorite story. One I would find myself
reading again. If you enjoy a character-driven story, with lots of
great romantic tension along with a great message, than I promise you,
you will love 'The Promise'!

Thursday, April 10, 2014

Seth Rayner likes to have things planned out and his plan was to Marry
Allison and work in his father's company. All that changed two years
ago, when Allison left him at the alter and ended up falling for his
brother, Daniel. Now Daniel and Allison are getting married and he finds
himself working with Allison's best friend, Meghan Holloway. Meghan is a
quirky, speak-your-mind, liker-of-bright-colors (especially nail polish)
kind of gal. She's tired of men not accepting her because she's different.
Seth and Meghan have shared feelings of dislike since high school but
now they find themselves forced to work together on Daniel and Allison's
wedding. In working together, will they find something special buried
beneath the dislike?

I absolutely loved 'Wish You Were Here' so I
was SO excited to see there was a follow-up. You Made Me Love You was
everything I hoped for and more!!! Seth and Meghan are unforgettable and
so much fun. Once you start reading, you just can stop and you don't
want it to end. I must say too, that although this is a novella it
doesn't read like one. It was loaded with great romantic tension and
lots of memorable moments. It's one I would definitely read again. You
could read this as a stand alone but I highly recommend you start with
'Wish You Were Here' first. You Made Me Love You is the perfect title
for this sweet little treasure and one I highly recommend! Love the
cover too!

Tuesday, April 8, 2014

Haley Ames is only married three years when her husband, Sam, is killed
in Afghanistan. She's trying to come to grips with the loss as well as
the upcoming birth of their child. One night when she arrives home, she
gets the shock of her life. Her husband is waiting for her! How can that
be? Stephen Ames hasn't spoken to his identical twin in more than
twelve years. He wants to make things right but then finds out about
Sam's death. He's hoping Haley can help him discover who his brother
(and once best friend) became. He finds out however, that Sam never
mentioned Stephen to Haley. Sam and Stephen were mirror images of each
other and that's difficult for Haley at first, but as Stephen helps her
out she begins to see how different they really are. Stephen and Haley
are very drawn to each other and slowly build a relationship but is
Haley only attracted to him because he looks like Sam. Would building a
life together somehow dishonor his brother?

Somebody Like You is a
beautiful story that is loaded with lovable characters that just reach
out and grab you by the heart. Full of emotion and grace, along with
splashes of humor, made this an absolute joy to read. The easy pacing
helps you savor every moment (and I did). I would love to see this made
into a movie! I loved the interaction between Haley and Stephen and most
especially loved how Stephen handled things. Throughout the story, the
author touches on many real-life challenges in a realistic way. I
appreciated the spiritual thread running through the story; are we
making our plans or are we asking God to show us His plans? Now there's
some food for thought. The one thing I wished for when I got to the end
was an Epilogue. I loved the ending but wanted just a little more, maybe
because it was so hard to close the book on these wonderful friends.
Beth Vogt has really become a favorite author of mine! I am looking
forward to her next book-offering. In-the-meantime, I highly recommend
Somebody Like You!

*This complimentary copy was provided by Howard Books through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review*

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